Tag: creativity

So, Bonkers Lady, you’re thinking, what does this Spanish chef have to do with me sitting here with my kids who are rubbing play dough into the carpeting, and the dog who is shedding a storm, and the lost soccer shoes, and the tax extension — much less the novel that’s not getting written? I’ve … More Your Hibiscus-Infused Life

In order for the sprite to find you, you have to show up. The next few posts are proof that creativity comes from everywhere and that for me, it usually ties back to mothering – or vice versa. From my bulletin board: an old magazine article about children’s book author Virginia Lee Burton. From several friends, … More Inside my mind: Of genius and couscous and steam shovels

“I can’t have this in my house any longer,” she tells the gentle shopkeeper who has befriended her. “It makes me forget I’m a mother.” I’ve been in New York all week meeting with people about projects – a book, prospective books, an exhibit. My kids are in DC with their grandparents, which has been … More mothers mothers everywhere

Once I realized that no map would appear, I pulled a paragraph of experience here and a sentence there, compiling it all until I had some vague semblance of a “how-to.” When I had my daughter seven years ago, I was so in love with her and being a mother that I hardly … More Inspiration: Finding it between the pages

Tonight I watched a creative genius at play. And I was humbled. Over the summer, I’ve been writing a book proposal about motherhood and creativity. Most of my focus has been on women who are creative in the arts—writers, songwriters, dancers, and the like. I’ve included the occasional chef or body worker and paid homage … More Creativity in a Dustbin

"The soothing, mindful pace of her classes means that students must, eventually if not immediately, arrive at themselves. Jennifer's classes balance work and release, with heavy emphasis on each student attuning to their own needs, and honoring them with loving- kindness." - Alyssa, longtime yoga student

"Jennifer New poses the question, 'Who gets to stand under the sign of creativity?' One answer is culture-changing creatives who map their work in journals with beauty and ingenuity—a diverse group New knows extremely well, as documented in her book Drawing from Life. This presentation, however, is not at all an invitation to passively spectate. With wit, humility, and great graphics, New walks us through her own journey of self-discovery and expression via both yoga and writing. With the challenge for all of us to take one conscious breath, we ultimately come to see how we might ALL connect with creativity and walk through life wide awake and true to ourselves." - Deanne, University of Northern Iowa

"Jennifer's presence in the classroom fosters an environment of calmness and creativity. She has a unique ability to connect and challenge every student to explore their writing, journaling, and personal perspective." - Abbie, high school teacher